| Design | | Acceptable Design - While this drill has one or more design features that received a C rating, it can still be a good choice if that area is not critical to your particular needs. |
| Power | √ | Powerful - Generates 480 in-lbs of maximum torque, about 3% higher than the average 18 volt drill. Ranks in the top 33% of its voltage class for power. |
| Speed | | Below Average Speed - Generates up to 1500 RPM, about 2% slower than the average 18V cordless drill. The Makita LXFD01CW ranks in the bottom 38% of its class for speed. |
| Weight | √ | Light-Weight - Weighs only 3.3 lbs, about 35% lighter than the average 18V cordless drill. Ranks in the top 8% of its class for being light-weight. |
| Battery | | Below Average Run-Time - Battery endurance is adequate for many work applications, but is 27% less than the class average. Uses Li-ion batteries with a charge rating of 1.5 Ah. |
| User Reviews | | Less Satisfied Users - 12 users rate this drill 3.2 out of 5 stars and are less satisfied with its operation. Users generally rate this drill average to below average. |
| Power Ratio | √ | High Power-to-Weight - Ranks in the top 1% of its voltage class for power-to-weight ratio, about 46% higher than average. Higher power-to-weight indicates an efficient design. |
| Gearbox | √ | All-Metal Gearbox - Transmission gears spin at high RPMs and are susceptible to material break-down. An all-metal gear-box provides superior ruggedness and durability. |
| Chuck | | Plastic Chuck Sleeve - While the chuck itself is metal, the tightening sleeve is made of plastic and may be susceptioble to cracking if the drill is repeatedly dropped. |
| Motor Brushes | | No External Access - The motor brushes can only be accessed internally by taking the drill apart. While not a coomon problem, external access makes the replacement job much easier. |
| Warranty | √ | Longer Warranty - Backed by Makita's limited 3-year warranty. This provides extra protection against potential design defects or premature part failure. |
| Bit Change | √ | One-Hand - The single-sleeve chuck has auto spindle lock so the drill bit can be changed with one hand. This is a very convenient feature that makes the job go faster. |
| Charger | √ | Quick Charge - The Makita LXFD01CW includes a battery charger that will recharge a battery in only 15 minutes. Long charge times are a common complaint with some drills. |
| Belt Hook | √ | Belt Hook - Handy feature that allows you to temporarily hang the drill from your belt or a ladder while you're performing other tasks. |
| Work Light | √ | Work Light - Contains an integrated LED work light that illuminates your work area and allows you to clearly see your drilling / driving position and progress. |
| Side Handle | | No Side Handle - Omits the option to use a side handle that can provide stable support when drilling and driving larger drill bits and screws where additional torque is required. |
| Fuel Gauge | | No Fuel Gauge - Does not come equipped with a handy battery charge indicator that allows you to glance at your drill and check your battery life while you're working. |
